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Design Principles of Active Learning Equipment
The basic principles involved in designing the Active Learning environments are:
· Feedback - The environment must supply strong responses in multiple modes (auditorily, tactilely, visually)
· Support - The child must be supported so as not to be in pain, typically not bearing weight on their legs fully or even partially
· Richness- Related to feedback, the environment must be thick with objects so that minor actions are rewarded with feedback
· Variety - However rich and responsive the environment is, it must be changed periodically- probably more often than we are inclined to think.
Multi-Function Activity TableTM
Modular design, a uniquely hinged section, and
adjustable legs allow for an endless number of
possibilities. The trays have texture. Designed to
facilitate object-persistence with learners so
challenged.Special Order. Allow extra time, and/or
prepay please. Extra Shipping costs. MFAT
The removable clear head support may be used by those with poor head control, and still leaves arms free. Adjustable height and angle, removable casters. Custom welded. Made in the USA. Varies slightly from illustration.Support Bench without Head Support (SB-N) Support Bench with Head Support (SB-S) Head Support for Support Bench (SB-HS)
Approved Plans also available , Easy* to make Dr. Nielsen's Little Room-sized Resonance Board is 40"x28".
Resonance Board (RB) Dr. Nielsen's Little Room-sized Resonance Board (RB-LR) Folding Resonance Board (RB-F) Resonance Board Plans (RB-PLAN) TM
Plans with springs only are available
(moderate difficulty), or
Finished Essef Board: (EB)
EB Plans with Springs: (EB-Plan)
without being on a wall. Plans available. Easy difficulty.
Lilli's HOPSA DressTM
Cross bar is sold separately. Optional Block and Tackle pulleys allow the child to be raised or lowered as needed. (3 Sheaves, 6:1 ratio with double braided rope Size 1 (infant < 35 lbs): (HD-1) Size 2 (<100 lbs): (HD-2) Size 3 (adult): (HD-3) Cross Bar: (CB) Block & Tackle: (B&T) |
Dr.
Nielsen's Little Room Dr. Nielsen's Little Room is a
core Active Learning environment, providing a
resonant, warm, rich and safe place for children to
engage. When properly populated with acoustically
responsive toys, it naturally feeds back to the
child for every movement. Panels are all two-sided,
positive-lock and easy to rearrange, providing a
fluid, long term interesting environment. Designed
over 7 years: Accept no copies. Used on top of a
Resonance Board.
learners (<36"). Reconfigurable
to Short configuration. 8 Panels Short configuration
(LR-1). 1'x2'x2' Suitable for infant learners only.
5 Panels.
The
Support Bench is a fully adjustable support for the
upper torso, allowing the child to lie prone with
their hands free, promoting midline hand activity.
This provides true Active Learning "tummy time",
with unique support, freeing arms and reducing
weight bearing on legs. Used on a Resonance Board
with the Essef Board at the learner's feet. Includes
two main wood board assemblies (7" and 10" wide) to
fit small and larger learners. 
The
Resonance Board, has a
thin plywood panel that vibrates to every movement a
child makes on it. Finished 48” x 48”. Natural
color.
The
Folding Resonance Board
has a continuous hinge, intended for itinerant
therapists. It folds fully in half to 2' x4'.
The
Essef Board is highly responsive to a child’s
pressure. It’s a wonderful way to engage the
child in lower motor activities. Imported no-void
birch plywood, natural finish. Springs have
rust-resistant zinc plating. 
Lilli’s
HOPSA dress safely provides vertical orientation and
support without the legs bearing weight. The Velcro
belt secures the child, and has a snap quick
release.